Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Released January 2017
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z7

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus Nikon Z7 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and the Z7 II (46MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and Z7 II (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm GFX 50S was brought out 4 years prior to the Z7 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S grades versus the Z7 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon Z7 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery and Nikon Z7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Nikon Z7 II
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Z7 II | |||
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Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 2100k | Sharper screen (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
Z7 II | Fujifilm GFX 50S | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | ![]() | January 2017 | More recent by 45 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon Z7 II
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Z7 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S has got physical measurements of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus Nikon Z7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and the Z7 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Z7 II is 59 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Z7 II.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will provide you with greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Nikon Z7 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Nikon Z7 Mark II |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-01-18 | 2020-10-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X Processor Pro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 46 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 8256 x 5504 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 117 | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm G | Nikon Z |
Total lenses | 12 | 15 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,690k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 360s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/125s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740 grams (1.63 lbs) | 705 grams (1.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 94 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 420 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-T125 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) |
Storage slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $5,499 | $2,997 |